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UCT has been recognised for its proud tradition of academic excellence 9:30

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Once again - UCT has been recognised for its proud tradition of academic excellence. This time around, the varsity’s MBA programme has been ranked number seven globally and number one in Africa in the 2024 Better World MBA ranking by Corporate Knights magazine. GUEST: CatherineDi SAfm

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We shouldn't be facing such high unemployment; the real issue is the lack of leadership in the country," says Thapelo Maleke, 10:32

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South Africa’s unemployment rate eased to 32.1% in the third quarter of 2024 after hitting a two-year high of 33.5% in the second quarter. The third quarter of 2024 results show that the total number of unemployed youth decreased by 171 000 to 4.8 million, while employed youth recorded an increase of 66 000 to 5.8 million. GUEST: Thapelo Maleke, Pr…

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SABC bill withdrawal praised as a win for civic activism 8:03

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The withdrawal of the SABC bill comes amid activism by 37 civil society organisations that campaigned for it to be redrafted for the benefit of the country's public broadcaster. The bill's withdrawal was announced by minister of communications and digital technologies Solly Malatsi, who said it failed to provide a credible funding model for the SAB…

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Spaza shops and understanding the township economy 7:54

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Township Entrepreneur Alliance, TEA, is an organization that was established in 2015 and has a focus in empowering township-based companies and entrepreneurs with knowledge sharing. With what has been happening with Spaza shops, TEA has released a circular based on Health and Safety for Spaza shops. Bulelani Balabala joins me on the line to chat ab…

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"According to Elijah Mhlanga, the cost of printing exam papers is R220 million, while the overall estimated total cost is R3.6 billion." 8:47

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The Department of Basic Education was this past weekend accused of inflating the budget for printing exam materials. Earlier today, the Department set the record straight on this issue through a statement. To get a full understanding of what the printing costs were and why they cost that much, I am joined on the line by… GUEST: Elijah Mhlanga, Depa…

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The official unemployment rate has decreased by 1.4 percentage points from 33.5% in the second quarter of this year to 32.1% in the third quarter. 7:54

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According to the latest statistics. The official unemployment rate has decreased by 1.4 percentage points from 33.5% in the second quarter of this year to 32.1% in the third quarter. However though, the youth remain vulnerable in the labour market despite the survey results showing that the total number of unemployed youth decreased by 171,000. Cur…

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Tensions run high in Lenasia about illegal water connections 7:08

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Tensions are running high in Lenasia, south of Johannesburg, following a stand-off between residents and Johannesburg Metro police officials. Joburg Water officials were conducting an operation to disconnect illegal water connections in the Phumla-mqashi area in Lenasia. But, a protest ensued, resulting in four vehicles being damaged by residents. …

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AfriForum asks for lifting of ban on food sales by approved vendors at schools 10:10

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AfriForum has requested the Gauteng Department of Education to allow authorised sellers who can prove that they meet all requirements and comply with health regulations to resume the sale of food at schools. The organisation agrees that steps to prevent more cases and deaths are essential but is of the opinion that this ban is far too drastic. GUES…

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Ebrahim Rasool is heading back to the U.S for a second stint as the country’s ambassador 8:17

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Former South African Ambassador to the United States of America, Ebrahim Rasool is heading back to the U.S for a second stint as the country’s ambassador. Rasool will have to nurse our fragile relationship with the U.S which is largely troubled by a sense of mutual disappointment and mistrust, particularly when it comes to our foreign policy pronou…

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Professor Thumbi Ndung’u from the University of KwaZulu-Natal has been elected to the prestigious US National Academy of Medicine (NAM). 8:54

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Professor Thumbi Ndung’u from the University of KwaZulu-Natal has been elected to the prestigious US National Academy of Medicine (NAM). Election to the National Academy of Medicine is recognised as one of the highest global honours in health and medicine, reserved for individuals who have demonstrated exceptional achievements and a profound commit…

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Forgiving Yourself and Others as Part of Personal Growth 7:07

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Forgiving yourself and others is an acknowledgement that letting go of angry or resentful feelings will improve your life greatly. Transformational life, business and executive coach, Puseletso Modimogale joins me on the line to breakdown how forgiving yourself and others can inspire personal growth… GUEST: Puseletso Modimogale, Transformational Li…

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Nationwide Truck Strike 8:39

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A driver blocked the N3 at Harrismith early this morning amid unconfirmed reports of a nationwide truck shutdown. I spoke to Gugu Sokhela, the General Secretary of ATDF-ASA and he distanced their organization from any planned shutdown. Let’s now get an update on what happened in KZN with KZN Transport spokesperson, Ndabezinhle Sibiya… GUEST: Ndabez…

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Gauteng government tightening by-laws around spaza shops 12:11

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The Gauteng government is tightening by-laws around spaza shops following cases of suspected food poisoning affecting mostly children. Part of the criteria of the new by-laws on spaza shops stipulates that owners must trade in clean areas and in addition, whoever is in South Africa legally, can open and operate a spaza shop. To get reaction on the …

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Sanco members in KwaZulu-Natal have decided that they will no longer participate in any ANC-related events or invite ANC leaders to their programmes. 6:45

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Sanco members in KwaZulu-Natal have decided that they will no longer participate in any ANC-related events or invite ANC leaders to their programmes. According to the organisation, their decision to cut ties with the ANC is informed by the fact that they have tried several times since last year to reach out to the ANC, but their efforts have been i…

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Professor Somadoda Fikeni has been elected as Vice President of the Association of African Public Service Commissions for the Southern African region 5:57

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In conversation with Professor Somadoda Fikeni, following his election as Vice President of the Association of African Public Service Commissions in the Southern African Region. He will tell us more about how he hopes to drive the agenda of an impactful and developmental professionalisation of the Public Service within the Continent. GUEST: Profess…

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Truck drivers to embark on a national shutdown 8:58

1d ago8:58

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All Truck Drivers Forum and Allied South Africa secretary-general Gugu Sokhela joins us now to talk about their national shutdown which commenced earlier today. Some of the things that truck drivers are complaining about include the employment of foreign national truck drivers in the freight and logistic industry and alleged non-compliance with the…

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Mozambique descended into chaos following a disputed election on October 9 that saw the ruling Frelimo party extend its 49-year rule. 8:45

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After weeks of protests and a violent crackdown by police in Mozambique. Today we give an update in terms of what’s happening in the country as we speak to Renamo representative. It’s public knowledge that Mozambique descended into chaos following a disputed election on October 9 that saw the ruling Frelimo party extend its 49-year rule. GUEST: Dr …

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Friday Fireside Chat with Mteto Nyati 42:48

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Today we are joined by an accomplished executive and expert in leadership with a proven track record of executing growth and turnaround strategies, Mr Mteto Nyati. I hope his story will help propel your leadership journey forward….. GUEST: Mteto Nyati, Chairman of Eskom and Executive Chairman of BSG, a consulting and technology company…

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Girl Effect, a non-profit organization that uses the power of media and technology to unlock the power of girls in South Africa, Nigeria, Kenya, India, Ethiopia, and Tanzania had the official launch of ... 6:27

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Girl Effect, a non-profit organization that uses the power of media and technology to unlock the power of girls in South Africa, Nigeria, Kenya, India, Ethiopia, and Tanzania had the official launch of JiK'iZinto, Girl Effect South Africa's flagship programme yesterday in Johannesburg. To tell us nore about Girl Effect and their programmes, I am jo…

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Walking with the People Walk and Community march 3:42

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ANC Secretary General, Fikile Mbalula, led the ‘Walking with the People Walk and Community march’ in Tshwane today. SABC News Reporter, Sibahle Motha, was in Tshwane and joins me on the line to talk about the turn out, what the march was all about and what the ANC Secretary General had to say… GUEST: Sibahle Motha, SABC News Reporter…

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Eskom announced that it has started the process to cut power supply to Johannesburg’s City Power due to unpaid bills of R6.3bn, R4.9bn of which is arrears debt. 8:00

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Eskom moves to cut off Joburg power supply Last night, Eskom announced that it has started the process to cut power supply to Johannesburg’s City Power due to unpaid bills of R6.3bn, R4.9bn of which is arrears debt. Energy expert, Chris Yelland joins me on the line to talk about the significance of such a move by Eskom in recouping money owed… GUES…

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Free State MEC for Finance, Economic Development and Tourism says counterfeit food poses danger to people’s lives, and it deprives the government of crucial revenue that could have been invested in public ... 8:10

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Free State MEC for Finance, Economic Development and Tourism says counterfeit food poses danger to people’s lives, and it deprives the government of crucial revenue that could have been invested in public services. He made these remarks following complaints and allegations from the public regarding the sale of expired and counterfeit foods, which a…

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Botswana President, Advocate Duma Boko has been inaugurated in the capital Gaborone. 10:02

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Botswana President, Advocate Duma Boko has been inaugurated in the capital Gaborone. He is now officially the 6th President of Botswana. Following today’s proceedings, Boko has promised to hit the ground running in exploring ways to diversify the southern African country's economy that solely relies on diamond sales. Sophie Mokoena witnessed it all…

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The Gauteng Department of Education (GDE) has instructed all schools to suspend the sale of food within and around school premises until further notice. 8:24

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The Gauteng Department of Education (GDE) has instructed all schools to suspend the sale of food within and around school premises until further notice. This after the recent and alarming increase in incidents of foodborne illnesses affecting pupils across various schools in the province. GUEST: Steve Mabona, Spokesperson for the Department of Educ…

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Botswana’s lifting a travel ban on Julius Malema 5:04

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Sophie Mokoena joins us now to tell us more about Botswana’s lifting of a travel ban on Julius Malema. Some of you may recall that Malema was slapped with the ban in 2011 after calling for the overthrow of Ian Khama’s government. GUEST: Sophie Mokoena, SABC News International EditorDi SAfm

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Political Analysis: Advocate Dali Mpofu joining MK Party 9:35

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Earlier on I spoke to Advocate Dali Mpofu about his resignation from the EFF. Advocate Mpofu has left the EFF and joined the MK Party, a party he has come out publicly to say he helped form. To help us make sense of all of this, I am joined on the line by… GUEST: Lukhona Mnguni, Political AnalystDi SAfm

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Lebombo Border Post Update 5:17

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Yesterday I spoke to Border Management Authority’s Commissioner, Dr. Mike Masiapato about the situation at the Lebombo Border Post. Around midday today, the Border Management Authority, SAPS and SANDF were getting ready to once again close the Lebombo Border Post after it was opened this morning. What’s the situation at the border post right now? S…

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Refurbish Your Old Servers 5:11

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It is a known fact that when servers reach the end of their primary use in an organisation, they are often relegated to storage or marked for disposal. Well, I can tell you now that disposal is not the only option available. According to experts at Desco Electronic Recyclers, these servers still hold significant potential value. To tell us more abo…

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Amnesty International is calling on the Mozambican government to immediately cease its violent crackdown on civil rights. 8:04

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Amnesty International is calling on the Mozambican government to immediately cease its violent crackdown on civil rights. This as opposition protests continue in the country post the recent general elections that were largely marred by allegations of vote rigging and fraud. GUEST (MOZAMBIQUE): Cidia Chissungo, Mozambique’s Amnesty International Cam…

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It’s been over four years since Charl Kinnear was killed outside his house on September 18 2020 6:56

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It’s been over four years since Charl Kinnear was killed outside his house on September 18 2020. Kinnear was a lieutenant colonel in the South African Police Service (SAPS) and was the section commander for the Western Cape anti-gang unit. At the time of his death Kinnear was investigating a gun racketeering case involving the alleged organised cri…

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Dali Mpofu ditches EFF for MK 20:39

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EFF membership exodus continues as Advocate Dali Mpofu becomes the latest high-profile person to join former president Jacob Zuma’s MK Party. Mpofu told our politics editor Mzwai Mbeje that he played a critical role in the formation of the MK Party alongside Zuma. He joins us now to elaborate further on his latest political move….. GUEST: Adv Dali …

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Karabo Mokgonyana was recently named the Inaugural Social Justice Rising Star of the Year 2024. 8:20

6d ago8:20

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In conversation with Karabo Mokgonyana who was recently named the Inaugural Social Justice Rising Star of the Year 2024. Mokgonyana is known for advancing the causes of social justice and representation of marginalised groups in society. GUEST: Karabo Mokgonyana, Social activistDi SAfm

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Reaction to Trump’s election victory continues 8:31

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There is no doubt that Donald Trump’s victory will have major implications for U.S. trade and climate change policies, the war in the Middle East and Ukraine, and most notably the issue of immigration. So, what about Africa and South Africa in particular – how is the U.S election outcome going to affect our bilateral relations with the U.S? GUEST: …

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ANC Study Group on Basic Education wants BELA ACT implemented with immediate effect 6:17

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The ANC study group on Basic Education in Parliament has urged President Cyril Ramaphosa to promulgate commencement of all sections of the BELA ACT with immediate effect. To tell us more about this, I am joined on the line by… GUEST: Tshepo Louw, Whip of the ANC Study Group on Basic EducationDi SAfm

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Digital parent pact to delay smartphone use for children 10:44

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The SFC, formerly known as Smartphone-Free Childhood, has launched South Africa’s first digital parent pact, which enables parents to commit to delaying giving their children smartphones before they start high school. To get more info on what the pact is about, what it aims to address and how effective it will be, I am joined on the line by… GUEST:…

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(COSATU) is calling on the SA Human Rights Commission to launch an investigation following the DA, AfriForum and Solidarity’s protest against the Bela Act yesterday. 9:25

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Congress of South African Trade Unions (COSATU) is calling on the SA Human Rights Commission to launch an investigation following the DA, AfriForum and Solidarity’s protest against the Bela Act yesterday. They are saying AfriForum was wrong for displaying colours that resemble the apartheid flag at their march. GUEST: Zanele Sabela, Cosatu’s nation…

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Lebombo Port of Authority temporarily closed 7:06

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With the election unrest in Mozambique and the public violence that has erupted in urban areas like Ressano Garcia on the N4 Maputo Corridor, the Border Management Authority has announced that the Lebombo Port of Authority has been temporarily closed. Let’s get an update on what’s been happening at Lebombo with… GUEST: Dr Michael Masiapato, Border …

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Mangaung Metro has issued a letter announcing a verification process that is aimed at ensuring that people who meet the qualification criteria occupy the Brandwag Social Housing units 8:52

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Mangaung Metro has issued a letter announcing a verification process that is aimed at ensuring that people who meet the qualification criteria occupy the Brandwag Social Housing units. This as they are also dealing with the issue of illegal evictions in the area. To give us more clarity on this, we are joined by…… GUEST: Gregory Nthatisi, Mangaung …

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Donald Trump represents change, while Kamala Harris does not," says @DougHeye 12:53

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Despite multiple impeachments and legal troubles, former president Donald Trump has been elected as the 47th President of the United States of America. Pre the elections, some analysts and commentators viewed Trump as an embattled underdog, especially after a string of campaign missteps, including a divisive vice-presidential pick J.D Vance. But ho…

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where did things go wrong and what next for Kamala and the Democrats? 7:03

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We continue with the U.S election theme, this time around, focusing on the Democrats and Kamala Harris, asking, where did things go wrong and what next for Kamala and the Democrats? GUEST (U.S): Tricia “CK” Hofler, CEO of the CK Hoffler firm and former National Bar Association president. She is also counsel to civil rights icon ‘The Reverend Jesse …

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Adam Jacobs is currently in the province of KwaZulu-Natal as he prepares to travel to Mozambique. 4:42

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Today we reconnect with Adam Jacobs who is currently in the province of KwaZulu-Natal as he prepares to travel to Mozambique. You may recall that Jacobs has embarked on an audacious journey around the African continent - all in the name of good as he attempts to raise awareness, encourage open and honest communication about mental health issues. Hi…

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100 days: Water and Sanitation 8:17

7d ago8:17

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Minister of Water and Sanitation, Pemmy Majodina, led a media briefing to reflect on the performance of the Ministry during its first hundred days. To get a breakdown of the first 100 days, I am joined on the line by… GUEST: David Mahlobo, Deputy Minister of Water and SanitationDi SAfm

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Action SA guns for prosecutor who let Zizi Kodwa off the hook 7:40

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Action SA has accused President Cyril Ramaphosa of taking too long to take action against Andrew Chauke, the director of public prosecutions in Johannesburg. The parliamentary leader for Action SA, Athol Trollip, has written to the President demanding answers. To get more details on this, I am joined on the line by… GUEST: Athol Trollip, Action SA …

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Run Alex Athletics Club 6:35

7d ago6:35

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The watermelon gang, as the Run Alex Club is popularly known, is on a journey to becoming one of the most formidable running clubs in the country. The Athletics Club is taking this journey one run at a time and that commitment has yielded good results as the club continues growing. To tell us more about the strategy the club uses to grow, I am join…

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AfriForum, and several other organizations including the DA protested against the Basic Education Laws Amendment Act in Tshwane 9:00

7d ago9:00

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Lobby group, AfriForum, and several other organizations including the DA protested against the Basic Education Laws Amendment Act in Tshwane earlier today. The march started at the Voortrekker Monument in Pretoria and concluded at nearby Freedom Park. AfriForum believes the BELA Act is the “biggest single challenge for Afrikaans cultural communitie…

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12th World Urban Economic Forum 3:12

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The 12th World Urban Economic Forum marked its second return to Africa when it kicked off in Cairo, Egypt, today. Today will see attendees engaging in sessions and workshops, exchanging insights and ideas on various urban development issues. SABC News Reporter, Lerato Fekisi is in Cairo and joins me on the line to tell us more about the economic fo…

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voting underway in the U.S. Cuba is once again calling on America to end its economic, commercial, and financial embargo as they argue that the blockade is a crime against humanity 9:38

7d ago9:38

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With voting underway in the U.S. Cuba is once again calling on America to end its economic, commercial, and financial embargo as they argue that the blockade is a crime against humanity and an act of genocide. Joining us to talk about the damage done to Cuba since the blockade was imposed some 62 years ago is…….. GUEST: Mrs Lauren Luis, Diplomatic …

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The Traveller: Crossing Boarder and Connecting Africa 15:22

7d ago15:22

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Branding icon, Thebe Ikalafeng joins us today to chat about his new book, titled “The Traveller: Crossing Boarder and Connecting Africa.” According to him, his latest offering is a combination of personal experiences and anecdotes, lessons in high-flying leadership and insights into corporate culture and ways of seeing and doing. GUEST: Dr Thebe Ik…

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Americans head to the polls today after months of fierce campaigning 9:31

7d ago9:31

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Americans head to the polls today after months of fierce campaigning. We understand that this year’s election is hard to predict as most observers say that it’s too close to call. Joining us to talk about this historic election is… GUEST: Anita Powell, Voice of America’s White House correspondentDi SAfm

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Luyanda Majozi has raised the South African flag high after winning the Start-up category of the 2024 Urban Innovation and Entrepreneurship Competition in China. 7:29

8d ago7:29

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Luyanda Majozi has raised the South African flag high after winning the Start-up category of the 2024 Urban Innovation and Entrepreneurship Competition in China. We understand that the competition provides a global platform for young innovators to present their own solutions to real-world challenges. Majozi joins us now to tell us more about his ac…

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